I am planning my first trip to Italy in September. Since I’m on a budget, I will be staying in either convents o hostels. Since I only have 2 weeks, I am either going to Umbria (from Rome) or Venice (and the surroundig countryside). Any suggestions/stories of your stay at convents or hostels would be greatly appreciated. I already saw Julee’s recommendation about the convent outside of Venice…sounds wonderful! Thanks in advance for your help!